Swimming with Giant Clams

“Each species on our planet plays a role in the healthy functioning of natural ecosystems, on which humans depend.” ~ William H. Schlesinger, Biogeochemist

Tridacna is a genus of large saltwater clams, marine bivalve mollusks in the subfamily Tridacninae, the giant clams. Unfortunately, the global conservation status is listed as Vulnerable in the 2004 IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. All species of giant clams are listed in CITES (Convention on Inernational Trade of Endangered Species of Flora and Fauna). In the Philippines, it is locally known as “taklobo”.

Four species of giant clams, Tridacna gigas, T. squamosa, T. derasa and H. hippopus were transplanted in the 4-hectare marine reserve in Barangay Adecor, Kaputian District of Samal Island, one among the program’s successful sites. The DNSC Marine Reserve Park has now become part of the tourism package of Visit Samal Tours, successfully protecting endangered giant clams and other marine species, making it a home of more than 3,000 giant clams. It is identified as one of the learning and tourist sites in the Island Garden City of Samal (IGaCoS).

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an eco-paradise – the crystal-blue sea, the clams, the beach… but eventually, its existence will rely on the people around and the government especially whose environmental awareness must be learned earnestly and immediately.

hi. would you know how we could get to adecor if we’re coming from Pearl Farm or somewhere in Kaputian? Will there be tricycles willing to take us there and how much? We’re planning to visit this place on October. Thanks!

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